National, governance, politics, policy, and breaking developments.
In a bid to tackle Nigeria's alarming maternal mortality rates, the Federal Government has initiated a new program aimed at pregnant women in 172 Local Government Areas across 33 states. This initiative, part of the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative, seeks to improve antenatal care and delivery services in high-burden communities.
This article explores the significance of establishing a House of Chiefs in Nigeria's governance structure, drawing on historical precedents and influential figures like Mazi Samuel Goomsu Ikoku. The proposal aims to enhance representation and strengthen the role of traditional institutions in national affairs.
Recent meetings between Peter Obi and Seyi Makinde signal a possible coalition among opposition parties to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the upcoming 2027 elections. Their renewed relationship raises questions about the viability of a united front against the current administration.
Public hospitals in Delta State are facing significant operational challenges as the strike by allied health professionals intensifies. The Nigerian Union of Allied Health Professionals is demanding urgent attention from the state government regarding long-standing grievances over allowances and working conditions.
As Nigeria gears up for the 2027 presidential elections, the health of candidates has emerged as a pressing concern. With constitutional provisions acknowledging medical incapacity, citizens demand transparency and assessment mechanisms for those aspiring to lead the nation.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has launched a comprehensive payroll verification initiative aimed at eliminating ghost workers across the state's local governments. This move, he asserts, is crucial for ensuring fiscal discipline and enhancing financial integrity within the public service.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the release of funds aimed at bolstering development across Nigeria's regional commissions. The directive was made during the opening of the inaugural North Central Stakeholders Development Summit organized by the North Central Development Commission (NCDC).
The youngest candidate is 33-year-old Shedrach Udugbai of the ADC, contesting in Owan East/West, while the oldest is 75-year-old former governor of the state, Adams Oshiomhole of the APC, who is re-co
The Joint National Association of Persons With Disabilities (JONAPWD) has urged the Nigerian government to allocate ₦1 trillion annually to support the country's large population of individuals living with disabilities. This demand comes as advocates emphasize the need for increased funding to address the challenges faced by this community.
President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt condolences following the death of a key media official at the State House, acknowledging the profound loss and the 'difficult vacuum' it creates in the administration. The message was conveyed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, highlighting the significant impact of the official's contributions to the presidency.
In a tragic development, law enforcement officials have recovered a second corpse from a motor park in Osun State, following the recent murder of an ally to Governor Ademola Adeleke. This incident has raised serious concerns regarding safety and security in the area, prompting police action to shut down the facility.
A recent report has unveiled that 97% of Primary Health Care (PHC) facilities in 16 Nigerian states do not meet national staffing standards, raising concerns about healthcare delivery. The findings, based on an assessment of 277 local government areas, highlight critical gaps in the nation's health infrastructure.
